Head Coach Chris Feifs has departed from the University of Vermont's men's lacrosse program to accept an Associate Head Coach position at the University of Virginia. Feifs leaves behind a legacy as the winningest coach in UVM history, where he served for a decade, leading the team to historic successes, including its first NCAA Tournament victory. Athletic Director Jeff Schulman praised Feifs for his leadership and contributions to building a strong lacrosse culture at the university. A national search for a new head coach will commence immediately.

By the Numbers
  • Overall coaching record: 78 wins, 59 losses.
  • Led UVM to three consecutive America East regular season titles from 2021 to 2023.
  • Guided the program to its first America East Conference championships in 2021 and 2022.
  • Achieved six appearances in the conference championship game.
  • Named America East Coach of the Year in 2023.
State of Play
  • UVM is beginning a national search for Feifs' successor.
  • The lacrosse program is coming off its most successful period in history under Feifs' leadership.
What's Next

The search for a new head coach will begin immediately, with the hope of continuing the program's recent success and building on its achievements. Candidates will need to embrace UVM's culture of character alongside competitiveness.

Bottom Line

Feifs鈥� departure marks a pivotal transition for UVM men's lacrosse, as the program seeks to maintain momentum while finding a leader who embodies its values and competitive spirit.